All events

Wed, Aug 12

WICKED

Tony Award–winning musical WICKED tells the untold story of the Wizard of Oz's witches with spectacle and heart.

Wed, Aug 12

Train, Barenaked Ladies, and Matt Nathanson

Train, Barenaked Ladies & Matt Nathanson at Morton Amphitheater — family concert.

Wed, Aug 12

Scamboree

City-wide open house & safety training class at Palmer Center.

Wed, Aug 12

Back to School Pencil Pouch

Kids decorate canvas pencil pouches with markers and paint at Main Library.

Wed, Aug 12

BIKE NIGHT FOR THE PETS

Bike Night for the Pets — family-friendly bike event celebrating furry friends.

Wed, Aug 12

Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party

Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party in Lawrence — stargazing adventure.

Wed, Aug 12

Family Night: Aug. 12

Community family night in Lenexa with activities and entertainment for all ages.

Wed, Aug 12

Summer Nights at the Zoo

Evening zoo adventure with animals, snacks & entertainment at Kansas City Zoo.

Wed, Aug 12 +20 dates

Family Night at Lenexa Public Market

Family evening at Lenexa Public Market with food, shopping, and activities.

Wed, Aug 12 +15 dates

Wicked at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre

Wicked musical at Kauffman Center — spectacular family theater in KC.

Wed, Aug 12 +7 dates

Olathe Farmers Market

Weekly outdoor farmers market with local vendors and fresh produce.

Wed, Aug 12 +3 dates

The Early Show

Free all-ages live-music show with food and drinks at Boulevard Tours & Recreation Center.

Wed, Aug 12

Wednesday Farmers Market at Uptown Market

Weekly farmers market with fresh local produce & goods at Uptown Market.

Wed, Aug 12 +4 dates

Dragons and Fantastic Beasts

Dragons and Fantastic Beasts at Powell Gardens

Thu, Aug 13 +2 dates

Nature Storytime

Nature-themed storytime for young children at Overland Park Arboretum.

Thu, Aug 13

Igor And The Red Elvises

Live music festival featuring Igor and the Red Elvises.

Thu, Aug 13

Sacred Makers

Faith-based arts and crafts event in Leavenworth.

Thu, Aug 13

Concerts in the Park: Twice on Sunday Band

Family-friendly live music concert in Thompson Park with local band Twice on Sunday.

Thu, Aug 13

Kids & Families Emergency Preparedness Night

Learn emergency preparedness skills with kids at Raymore community event.

Thu, Aug 13 +15 dates

Wicked at Kansas City Music Hall

Wicked at Kansas City Music Hall — beloved Broadway musical for families.

Thu, Aug 13

Americana Summer at the Movies: Wings

Catch a classic silent film outdoors at Shawnee Town 1929's summer movie series.

Thu, Aug 13 +9 dates

Snoopy!

Peanuts characters come alive in this charming musical celebrating family and friendship.

Thu, Aug 13

Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate Night

Dine-and-donate family dinner at Texas Roadhouse benefiting local charities.

Thu, Aug 13

Songs for a Haunted Stage feat. Brewed Ambition PREMIERE

Songs for a Haunted Stage premiere at Bauer Farm theater in Lawrence.

Thu, Aug 13

Minds in Motion Tour – Legendary Landscapes: An Exploration of Famous Chinese Paintings

Free guided tour of celebrated Chinese landscape paintings at Nelson-Atkins Museum.

Thu, Aug 13

AMERICANA SUMMER MOVIE 4 WINGS (1927) at Aztec Shawnee Theater

Classic silent film Wings screening at historic Aztec Shawnee Theater.

Thu, Aug 13

Wicked (Touring)

Wicked touring production at Kansas City Convention Center.

Thu, Aug 13

Puddle Jumper Days

Family-friendly festival in Odessa celebrating fun spring activities.

Fri, Aug 14

Movie in the Park: Singing in the Rain (G)

Classic family-friendly film under the stars in Mission.

Fri, Aug 14

Friday Night Sound Bites: KC Groove Therapy (Aug. 14)

Live music from KC Groove Therapy at Lenexa's outdoor Friday Night Sound Bites concert series.

Fri, Aug 14

Night at the Museum

Evening film screening at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Fri, Aug 14 +10 dates

FC BARCELONA SOCCER CAMP – KANSAS CITY

Learn soccer skills from FC Barcelona coaches at a week-long summer camp in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 14

Lynyrd Skynyrd – Kansas City

Classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd perform in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 14 +1 dates

Family (& Friends) Fun Night

Family ceramics painting & glazing night at Paint Glaze & Fire.

Fri, Aug 14

Summer Concert on the Lawn Featuring Brass Rewind

Free outdoor brass concert on the lawn—a relaxed evening of live music for all ages.

Fri, Aug 14

All about Iris - Dig, Divide & Planting Class #1

Hands-on gardening class: learn to dig, divide & plant irises.

Fri, Aug 14

Saucy Jack @ DeSoto Summer Concert Series

Live music at DeSoto Summer Concert Series.

Fri, Aug 14

Light Up the Lawn: The Swallowtails

Family-friendly outdoor concert featuring The Swallowtails.

Fri, Aug 14

Owl Prowl with WildHERness

Evening nature walk exploring owls and nocturnal wildlife at Powell Gardens.

Fri, Aug 14

Lynyrd Skynyrd, Foreigner, and Six Gun Sally

Classic rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner at Morton Amphitheater.

Fri, Aug 14

ONE BIG BLOCK PARTY! 2026 QGGKC QUILT SHOW

Colorful quilt show & celebration featuring handmade artisan work.

Fri, Aug 14

Summer Concerts on the Lawn

Outdoor summer concert series on the lawn at Kansas City Museum.

Fri, Aug 14

Back to School Bash 2026

Back to School Bash 2026 in Lee's Summit—games and prep for the school year.

Fri, Aug 14

Platte County Steam Engine Show

Historic steam engines and vintage machinery at Platte County Fair.

Fri, Aug 14

"The Spirit of 816" Everyday People- The Official 816Day Celebration 2026

816Day celebration festival on Grand Boulevard in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

The Summer Singers of Kansas City present the music of FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN

Classical music concert celebrating Haydn at Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral.

Sat, Aug 15

Supermatics Live in Concert - Sat, Aug 15th @ 7:00

Live concert in Lee's Summit.

Sat, Aug 15

Backyard Movies: Saved!

Family movie night outdoors in North Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

Summer Jam 2026

Summer Jam 2026 festival in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15 +6 dates

Hike with a Naturalist

Guided nature hike with an expert naturalist at Lakeside Nature Center.

Sat, Aug 15

Tribute to the King featuring Rick Cook and Strait Country and Jayly Rae

Tribute concert at Liberty Community Center.

Sat, Aug 15

11th Annual Rexy Run/Walk

11th annual community run/walk in Lawrence with family participation.

Sat, Aug 15

FREE Concert: Josephine Eve on SAT, AUG 15 at 7PM at Strang Hall in Overland Park

Free concert by Josephine Eve in Overland Park on Saturday evening.

Sat, Aug 15

Los Angeles Rams vs Kansas City Chiefs

Sat, Aug 15

1VP 6TH YEAR ANNIVRSARY SUMMERFEST

Summer festival in Kansas City celebrating a local venue's anniversary.

Sat, Aug 15

The Jazz Ensemble Directors Reading Band

Jazz ensemble performance at American Jazz Museum in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

Big Shoal Farm Sunflower Field Festival

Sunflower field festival with seasonal photo ops in Gladstone.

Sat, Aug 15

Sporting Kansas City II vs Colorado Rapids 2

Watch Sporting Kansas City II vs Colorado Rapids 2 at Swope Soccer Village.

Sat, Aug 15

Melon Summer Smash

Summer celebration with animals, activities, and treats at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.

Sat, Aug 15

Saturday Bands @ Worth HD ft. Chris Stewart & the Full Sound

Live music performance featuring Chris Stewart & the Full Sound.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Merriam Farmers’ Market Kids Activity

Kids activities at Merriam Farmers' Market.

Sat, Aug 15

Free Kids Activity: Upcycled T-Shirt Pet Toys

Free kids craft: upcycle old T-shirts into pet toys in Shawnee.

Sat, Aug 15

Phantom Follies feat. Brewed Ambition PREMIERE

Live theater premiere in Lawrence.

Sat, Aug 15

Live Music - Allin & the John Boats

Live music performance in Peculiar.

Sat, Aug 15

Fuzzy is coming back to the farm

Visit a farm animal (Fuzzy) returning to the farm in Liberty.

Sat, Aug 15

Saturday Nature Storytime

Monthly nature-themed storytime for young children on the third Saturday.

Sat, Aug 15

Winnie-the-Pooh Storytime and Craft

Storytime and craft celebrating Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th anniversary.

Sat, Aug 15

Leavenworth 1800s Ball

Historic 1800s Ball festival in Leavenworth.

Sat, Aug 15 +8 dates

FOTZ Early Days

Friends of the Zoo members get early zoo access and special perks on exclusive member days.

Sat, Aug 15

NARTAN ACADEMY- DARPANA: EK ITIHAAS

Dance performance at Lied Center of Kansas in Lawrence.

Sat, Aug 15

Run for PB&J 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Family-friendly 5K/10K/half-marathon run for PB&J in Kansas City.

Sat, Aug 15

Kids, Water, Fish & Frogs

Hands-on nature exploration at Lakeside Nature Center—kids discover water creatures and aquatic habitats.

Sat, Aug 15

Beat the Heat Car Show

Car show in Kansas City featuring classic and custom vehicles.

Sat, Aug 15

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 15

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 15 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219

Sat, Aug 15

Summer Slam 2026

Wrestling spectacle and entertainment for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 15

K-9's at the Cove

K-9 event at the Cove in Shawnee—meet and interact with working dogs.

Sat, Aug 15

Rexy Run/Walk - Lawrence, KS

Family-friendly run/walk event in Lawrence supporting local causes.

Sat, Aug 15

Epic Rap Battles of Books

Kids and teens compete in creative rhyming battles about book characters.

Sat, Aug 15

Paws in the Pool

Let your pup splash around during this special dog-swim event at Lenexa's public pool.

Sat, Aug 15

Watercolor Workshop: Paint the Prairie

Watercolor painting workshop for teens and adults inspired by prairie landscapes.

Sat, Aug 15

Children's Gardening Series: Harvest

Kids learn harvest techniques in hands-on gardening class at Powell Gardens.

Sat, Aug 15

Saturday Concert Series ft. Jason Craig & the Wingmen

Live music concert in Blue Springs featuring Jason Craig & the Wingmen.

Sat, Aug 15

Bob Rowden Music Trio @ Puddle Jumper Days - Odessa, MO

Live music at Puddle Jumper Days festival in Odessa, MO.

Sat, Aug 15

Goat Yoga: Farmstead Family Flow

Fun family yoga class with friendly goats at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.

Sat, Aug 15

Director as Curator: Gallery Spotlight

Gallery spotlight tour at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.

Sat, Aug 15

Courtney Barnett

Indie-rock artist Courtney Barnett at The Truman.

Sat, Aug 15

Tour de Trail: Lexington Lake

Scenic cycling tour around Lexington Lake near De Soto.

Sun, Aug 16

Hearts For RMHC 5k/10k Run/Walk 1 Mile Walk and Kid's Fun Run

Family-friendly 5K/10K walk-run plus kids' fun run supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Sun, Aug 16

Dog Days

Bring your pup to explore Powell Gardens' beautiful grounds together in this pet-friendly celebration.

Sun, Aug 16

Empire of the Sun at Morton Amphitheater

Indie-electronic band Empire of the Sun at Morton Amphitheater.

Sun, Aug 16

Conjunto Nube, La Fe Nortena, Banda Peñasco De Zacatecas, and Conjunto Rio Grande

Live regional Mexican music and bands at American Royal—festive family-friendly concert.

Sun, Aug 16

Outdoor Worship Night featuring, REVIVE CHURCH WORSHIP TEAM! @ Lake Paradise Camping Resort

Outdoor family-friendly worship and music night at Lake Paradise Camping Resort.

Sun, Aug 16

Liches of the Multiverse: Aug. 16

Dive into fantasy gaming and tabletop entertainment at this themed gaming event.

Sun, Aug 16

Art in the Loop 816 Day Performances

Free day performances and art celebration at City Market—family-friendly outdoor event.

Sun, Aug 16

Museum Swap Sundays!

Free museum visits for members at Wonderscope and partner discovery centers.

Sun, Aug 16

Board at the Library

Kids and teens play board games together at the library.

Mon, Aug 17

Bling A Book Party

Teens decorate and personalize books with embellishments at Main Library.

Mon, Aug 17 +3 dates

Athletics at Kansas City Royals

MLB game: Oakland Athletics vs. Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

Mon, Aug 17

Latch and Learn Support Hour

Expert lactation support and peer connection for nursing parents and their infants.

Mon, Aug 17

Sticker Party

Teen craft party focused on creative sticker decoration and design.

Mon, Aug 17

– Fair Fried Chicken Dinner & Pie/Dessert Auction – 5 -7 pm

Community chicken dinner and dessert auction—casual family dining and fundraiser.

Tue, Aug 18

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 18

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 18 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219

Tue, Aug 18 +2 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Lincoln Saltdogs

Minor-league baseball game: Kansas City Monarchs vs. Lincoln Saltdogs with Los Monarchs Day.

Tue, Aug 18

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to friendly therapy dogs at West Wyandotte Library—great for building reading confidence.

Tue, Aug 18

Bees Please

Learn about bees and pollination at West Wyandotte Library's hands-on nature program.

Wed, Aug 19 +1 dates

Athletics vs Kansas City Royals

Athletics at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Wed, Aug 19

New Theatre Day Trip-Legally Blond

Day-trip theatre outing to see Legally Blond—fun & uplifting musical.

Wed, Aug 19

Winnie-the-Pooh Picnic

Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh with a themed picnic, activities, and character fun at West Wyandotte Library.

Wed, Aug 19

Sporting KC vs. St. Louis

Professional soccer: Sporting KC takes on St. Louis at home on August 19.

Wed, Aug 19

Atlas9 Movie Nite: Raiders of The Lost Ark

Classic action film Raiders of the Lost Ark shown on immersive Holomax cinema.

Wed, Aug 19 +2 dates

Garment District Grooves

Live music series at Garment District Place in Kansas City.

Wed, Aug 19

WonderLab

WonderLab: monthly hands-on science exploration with Mr. John—included with Wonderscope admission.

Wed, Aug 19

Family Night: Aug. 19

Community-wide family event with activities and entertainment for all ages.

Wed, Aug 19

Ahead of The Class Party!🎒✏️

Back-to-school celebration with activities at Northwest Blue Parkway.

Wed, Aug 19

FREE Concert in The Garden: Julie Bennett Hume, Wednesday, Aug 19 at 6:00 PM

Free outdoor concert by Julie Bennett Hume in Blue Springs gardens.

Thu, Aug 20

KC Magic Showcase

KC Magic Showcase with live magic performances.

Thu, Aug 20

Crystal Caverns Suncatcher

Create decorative crystal suncatchers at South Branch Library's craft workshop for teens and adults.

Thu, Aug 20

Jesus Christ Superstar

Rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar at Musical Theater Heritage.

Fri, Aug 21

Summer Dusk FREE Concerts at the Colonnade

Free outdoor concert series at The Concourse Park—perfect for families to enjoy live music on summer evenings.

Fri, Aug 21

Faith Night at the K 2026

Faith-themed night at Kauffman Stadium featuring live music and community.

Fri, Aug 21

Summer Jamz 2026

Multi-artist summer music festival at Westport in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Tivoli Under the Stars: Double Indemnity

Classic film screening under the stars at Tivoli in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Starhaven Rounders: Dinner Matinee Show

Comedy dinner theater show at The Ship in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Embossed Sun Art

Create embossed sun-themed artwork at Turner Community Library's craft class for teens and adults.

Fri, Aug 21

Friday Night Sound Bites: Landrush (Aug. 21)

Live music from Landrush at Lenexa's outdoor Friday Night Sound Bites concert series.

Fri, Aug 21

Kansas City Art Mile

Kansas City Art Mile celebration with art installations and community activities.

Fri, Aug 21

Tim McGraw

Country star Tim McGraw performs at Morton Amphitheater in Riverside.

Fri, Aug 21

KC Baroque - Cieli Stellati (Summer Series Concert III)

Classical baroque concert at Village Presbyterian Church—elegant live music for the whole family.

Fri, Aug 21

KC Mystic Fair ~ August 2026

KC Mystic Fair in Independence—explore mystical vendors, crafts, and entertainment for all ages.

Fri, Aug 21

Fast and the furious Movie Premiere & Car Show 🏁📽️🎟️🏎️

Fast & Furious movie premiere with car show—rev up family fun with vehicles and action.

Fri, Aug 21

Paul Thorn '26 Day 1

Paul Thorn Festival Day 1—outdoor festival celebrating live music and community.

Fri, Aug 21

Kauffman Center Presents Bluey's Big Play

Bluey's Big Play live stage show at Kauffman Center.

Fri, Aug 21

Kansas City Symphony Presents European Tour Send-off Concert

Kansas City Symphony concert at Kauffman Center.

Fri, Aug 21

MTG The Hobbit Commander Party

Magic: The Gathering Hobbit Commander card-gaming party for collectors.

Fri, Aug 21

Witch Hat Atelier Cosplay Photoshoot and Meetup

Anime/manga cosplay photoshoot and meetup for fans in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

Light Up the Lawn: Katy Guillen & The Drive

Outdoor concert with Katy Guillen & The Drive in Overland Park.

Fri, Aug 21

Randy Rogers Band in Kansas City

Country music concert with Randy Rogers Band in Raytown.

Fri, Aug 21

Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour

Country star Tim McGraw performs the Pawn Shop Guitar Tour in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21

POWRi 410 Outlaw Sprint Series

POWRi 410 Outlaw Sprint Series at Lakeside Speedway

Fri, Aug 21 +2 dates

Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals

Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Fri, Aug 21

Flatland Cavalry – Work of Heart Tour

Country/Americana band Flatland Cavalry performs at the outdoor Starlight Theatre in Kansas City.

Fri, Aug 21 +2 dates

Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals

Detroit Tigers MLB game at Kansas City Royals—major-league baseball for the family.

Fri, Aug 21

Children's Mercy Science Friday

Scientists from Children's Mercy lead age-appropriate science exploration at Wonderscope—free with admission.

Fri, Aug 21

47th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival

Long-running cultural festival at Swope Park celebrating arts, music, food & traditions from diverse communities.

Fri, Aug 21

August QuarterMania

August QuarterMania festival in Lawrence with live music and community activities.

Fri, Aug 21

Mark Trammell Quartet in concert

Gospel quartet concert by Mark Trammell in Lawson, Missouri.

Sat, Aug 22

Switch Saturday

Play Nintendo Switch games with friends at Main Library's Saturday gaming program for kids and teens.

Sat, Aug 22

Midwest Pioneer Day of 1866

Living-history educational event exploring life and culture from the pioneering era of 1866.

Sat, Aug 22

Mutts & Movies

Dogs and movies under the stars at Boulevard Drive-In Theatre.

Sat, Aug 22 +6 dates

Michigan Renaissance Festival

Michigan Renaissance Festival—jousting, crafts, food, and family entertainment.

Sat, Aug 22

The Anarchy Fun Time Show

Family-friendly improv & sketch comedy show.

Sat, Aug 22

Rabbit Night Light

Make a cute rabbit night light at Turner Community Library's cozy craft activity.

Sat, Aug 22

The Fabulous Freddie Mercury Tribute

Freddie Mercury tribute band at Bluestem in Lee's Summit.

Sat, Aug 22

The Fabulous Freddie Mercury Tribute

Queen tribute concert at Legacy Park Amphitheater—families sing along to Freddie Mercury classics.

Sat, Aug 22

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 22

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 22 at Lenexa civic campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219

Sat, Aug 22

Tiny Tot Triathlon

Young kids compete in a fun mini triathlon with swimming, biking, and running events.

Sat, Aug 22

Kansas Jayhawks Womens Volleyball vs. Creighton Blue Jays Womens Volleyball

College women's volleyball: Kansas Jayhawks vs Creighton Blue Jays.

Sat, Aug 22

2026 Midsummer's Fantasy Market

Fantasy-themed market with crafts, vendors & family fun in Lenexa.

Sat, Aug 22

Copy of Sip and Solder: Potion Bottle Suncatcher Class

Craft class making potion bottle suncatchers in Independence.

Sat, Aug 22

LV ARTS at the Park: Art in Motion!

LV Arts at the Park: Art in Motion—outdoor art festival celebrating creativity and community.

Sat, Aug 22

Gallery Conversations with a Museum Docent

Gallery Conversations at Kemper Museum—docent-led art talks for curious minds of all ages.

Sat, Aug 22

3rd Annual PAL Charity Auto Show

3rd Annual PAL Charity Auto Show—see classic and custom cars at Kansas City Police Academy.

Sat, Aug 22

2026 Heart of America Hotdog Festival

Heart of America Hotdog Festival—tasty outdoor celebration with food and family fun.

Sat, Aug 22

Bluey's Big Play at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre

Bluey's Big Play at Kauffman Center—live stage show bringing the beloved kids' series to life.

Sat, Aug 22

Repair Cafe

Repair Cafe in Riverside—fix broken items with community volunteers and learn sustainability.

Sat, Aug 22

A Day at the Fair Cookie Decorating Class- 10am

Decorate cookies at a fair-themed class in Independence.

Sat, Aug 22

HISTORY HIGHLIGHT TOURS: Tour with the Director!

Guided history tour led by the director in Shawnee.

Sat, Aug 22

NWSL - Kansas City Current vs Seattle Reign

NWSL professional women's soccer: Kansas City Current vs Seattle Reign.

Sat, Aug 22

Kindness Rocks Painting!!

Paint kindness rocks at a community art event in Lee's Summit.

Sat, Aug 22

FREE Concert: Jillian Riscoe on SAT, AUG 22 at 7PM at Strang Hall in Overland Park

Free concert by Jillian Riscoe at Strang Hall in Overland Park.

Sat, Aug 22

Fall Handmade Market

Fall handmade market in Greenwood—shop local crafts & gifts.

Sat, Aug 22

Mid-West Ability Summit

Mid-West Ability Summit celebrating inclusion & accessibility.

Sat, Aug 22

Saturday Concert Series ft. Got It Covered

Saturday concert series with Got It Covered in Blue Springs.

Sun, Aug 23

Paper Shapers

Explore paper craft and create paper art projects at Main Library's hands-on workshop.

Sun, Aug 23

Caamp

Folk/indie band Caamp performs in Kansas City.

Sun, Aug 23

Concerts in the Park: Kristy Wyatt & The Moxie

Free outdoor concert with Kristy Wyatt & The Moxie in Blue Springs.

Mon, Aug 24

Caamp and The Brook & The Bluff

Indie folk acts Caamp and The Brook & The Bluff at Starlight Theatre.

Mon, Aug 24

Olathe Human Relations Commission Meeting

Olathe Human Relations Commission Meeting

Mon, Aug 24

CAAMP with The Brook & The Bluff

Indie folk band CAAMP performs with opening acts at historic Starlight Theatre.

Mon, Aug 24

Summerween Storytime

Enjoy spooky summer fun at West Wyandotte Library's Summerween storytime celebration.

Mon, Aug 24

Toto, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics

Classic rock acts Toto, Christopher Cross & The Romantics at Morton Amphitheater.

Mon, Aug 24

The Brook & The Bluff in Kansas City

The Brook & The Bluff perform at Oak Street venue in Kansas City.

Tue, Aug 25

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 25

Browse local produce, crafts & goods at Lenexa's weekly outdoor farmers market.

Tue, Aug 25

Styx and Chicago

Rock legends Styx and Chicago at Morton Amphitheater.

Wed, Aug 26

Santana, The Doobie Brothers in Riverside

Rock icons Santana & The Doobie Brothers in Riverside.

Wed, Aug 26

Santana and Doobie Brothers

Santana and Doobie Brothers at Morton Amphitheater—legendary rock concert.

Wed, Aug 26

Hayla

Live music performance at The Truman in Kansas City.

Wed, Aug 26

Community Heroes at Family Night: Aug. 26

Family celebration honoring community heroes with activities and entertainment for all ages.

Wed, Aug 26

Vince Gill

Country legend Vince Gill performs live in Kansas City.

Thu, Aug 27

Vince Gill

Country legend Vince Gill at Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland.

Thu, Aug 27

History Happy Hour: August Bondi — His Legend & Life in Kansas

History Happy Hour: August Bondi — His Legend & Life in Kansas at Lenexa

Thu, Aug 27

Jewelry Pop-Up with artist Julia Pitt

Free jewelry pop-up by artist Julia Pitt at the Museum of Kansas City's café.

Thu, Aug 27

NKC Schools Community Resource Fair

NKC Schools Community Resource Fair—explore schools & services.

Thu, Aug 27

2026 Tiblow Days Festival

Tiblow Days Festival in Bonner Springs—community celebration.

Fri, Aug 28

Olathe Fourth Fridays - Car Exhibition

Monthly car show & street festival in downtown Olathe.

Fri, Aug 28

Friday Night Sound Bites: RetroGradeSchool (Aug. 28)

Live music from RetroGradeSchool at outdoor Friday night concert series in Lenexa.

Fri, Aug 28

A Father's Poder

A Father's Poder at Visit KCK

Fri, Aug 28

Leavenworth Cruisers August Cruise Night

Classic car cruise night in historic downtown Leavenworth.

Fri, Aug 28

City Band Concert - Tiblow Days Edition

Free live band concert at Bonner Springs' Tiblow Days celebration.

Fri, Aug 28

Seattle Seahawks vs Kansas City Chiefs

Cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks at Arrowhead.

Fri, Aug 28

Paola Roots Festival - Aug. 28 & 29, 2026

Multi-day community festival in Paola with music, food & family fun.

Fri, Aug 28

EAT DRINK PLAY: Fun for grownups

EAT DRINK PLAY: Fun for grownups in Shawnee

Fri, Aug 28

USAC/MRA Weld Memorial

Sprint-car racing at Lakeside Speedway with pit tours and grandstand views.

Fri, Aug 28

2026 East Central KS State BBQ Championship

BBQ championship festival in Paola with food, music & fun.

Fri, Aug 28

Light Up the Lawn: Found A Job

Free outdoor concert on the lawn in Overland Park.

Fri, Aug 28

Maker Space Workshop

Monthly hands-on maker workshops at Wonderscope's Design Lab—experiment with tools and materials.

Fri, Aug 28

Donutology Day

Decorate and eat fresh donuts at Wonderscope Children's Museum on the 4th Friday of each month.

Fri, Aug 28

2026 Kansas City Juggling Festival

Juggling festival with performances and audience participation fun.

Fri, Aug 28 +3 dates

Kids Night Out for Ages 6+

Kids' night out with ceramic painting and crafts at Paint Glaze & Fire.

Sat, Aug 29

HAIRitage Day Community Leaders & Kids Fashion Show

Community leaders & kids fashion show celebrating hair and culture.

Sat, Aug 29

Walking Tour: The Architecture of a Legacy: Centennial Tour Series

Guided tour of the National WWI Museum's renovated galleries and interior architecture.

Sat, Aug 29

Chocolate Milk & Cookies- Kansas City, MO

Family festival with treats and activities—sweet community celebration.

Sat, Aug 29

FREE Concert: Nicki White on SAT, AUG 29 at 7PM at Strang Hall in Overland Park

Free concert featuring Nicki White at Strang Hall in Overland Park.

Sat, Aug 29

NWSL - Kansas City Current vs North Carolina Courage

Pro women's soccer—exciting spectator match at CPKC Stadium.

Sat, Aug 29

Chocolate Milk & Cookies: A Black Breastfeeding Week Celebration

Community celebration of Black Breastfeeding Week honoring Black & Brown families.

Sat, Aug 29

Sporting KC vs. Vancouver

Professional soccer—Sporting KC vs. Vancouver at home.

Sat, Aug 29

Kick It! Kickball Tournament

Kickball tournament—playful team sport for kids & families.

Sat, Aug 29

Flew the Coop Fest

Flew the Coop Fest—local festival with food, fun & community vibes.

Sat, Aug 29

Lenexa Farmers Market: Aug. 29

Browse local produce, crafts & goods at Lenexa's weekly outdoor farmers market.

Sat, Aug 29

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO

Community 5K, 10K & half-marathon—family-friendly running event.

Sat, Aug 29

O.A.R. Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall

O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall—arena concert for teen fans.

Sat, Aug 29

Lawrence Bird Fair AKA Kansas Cage Bird Expo And All Pet Fair

Pet and bird expo in Lawrence—hands-on animal collectible convention.

Sat, Aug 29

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck

Grab Hello Kitty-themed treats and merchandise from a pop-up food truck at Crown Center.

Sat, Aug 29

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Whimsical 5K/10K/half-marathon run—family-friendly racing event.

Sat, Aug 29

Kansas City Walk N' Roll

Community walk & roll event—family-friendly fitness & wellness.

Sat, Aug 29

End of Summer Bash and Craft Show

End-of-summer craft show & marketplace with vendors and activities.

Sat, Aug 29

Kansas City Home Show

Home improvement expo with displays, ideas & vendors for families.

Sat, Aug 29

Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Watch Sporting Kansas City take on Vancouver Whitecaps in this pro soccer match.

Sun, Aug 30

O.A.R.

O.A.R. and Gavin DeGraw perform timeless hits under the stars.

Sun, Aug 30

KT Tunstall in Kansas City

Catch KT Tunstall in concert in Raytown.

Sun, Aug 30

The Ukulele Gent Workshops and Jam Session

Learn ukulele at this workshop and jam session in Prairie Village.

Sun, Aug 30

Coffee and Cameras KC Meetup

Coffee and Cameras KC Meetup at The Museum of Kansas City

Sun, Aug 30

soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ Thundercutz

All-ages afternoon soft clubbing with DJ Thundercutz at the Museum of Kansas City.

Sun, Aug 30

Liberty Quartet in Olathe

Enjoy live music from the Liberty Quartet in Olathe.

Sun, Aug 30

Soak Up The Shade Barrel Race

Barrel racing competition at Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence.

Mon, Aug 31

Benson Boone at T-Mobile Center

Rising pop star Benson Boone at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City.

Mon, Aug 31

Teed Up for Teens

Golf outing for teens at Saint Andrews Circle in Lee's Summit.

Mon, Aug 31

Josh Groban

Grammy-winning singer Josh Groban performs in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

Miami Marlins at Kansas City Royals

Miami Marlins at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

Tue, Sep 1

2026/27 Season

The Coterie Theatre 2026/27 season announcement.

Tue, Sep 1

Science Time

Interactive science sessions with Mr. John at Wonderscope Children's Museum.

Tue, Sep 1

UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony - NEW DATE ADDED!

Video-game symphony: UNDERTALE's music performed live in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

WonderBaby & Me

Baby-focused play and sensory program at Wonderscope Children's Museum.

Tue, Sep 1

Jack Johnson at Morton Amphitheater

Jack Johnson live at Morton Amphitheater in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1 +2 dates

Miami Marlins vs Kansas City Royals

MLB: Miami Marlins vs. Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

Tue, Sep 1

Josh Groban

Acclaimed singer Josh Groban at Kansas City Starlight Theatre.

Tue, Sep 1

Electric Poe

All-ages theatrical production inspired by Edgar Allan Poe at The Coterie Theatre.

Tue, Sep 1

Kauffman Center Presents UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony

Video-game symphony experience at Kauffman Center—epic orchestral storytelling for fans.

Tue, Sep 1

Discovery Day at the Arboretum

Monthly craft and nature exploration for little ones at Overland Park Arboretum on the first Tuesday.

Tue, Sep 1

PLUSH live in Kansas City w/Park Sessions, Stretch, Ramona Clay

Live music festival in Kansas City featuring PLUSH, Park Sessions, and more.

Tue, Sep 1 +2 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Sioux City Explorers

Minor-league baseball—Kansas City Monarchs vs. Sioux City Explorers.

Tue, Sep 1

Undertale Live: The Determination Symphony

Stage show bringing UNDERTALE's epic soundtrack to life in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 1

Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive

Folk-pop legends Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive at Morton Amphitheater.

Wed, Sep 2

Atlas9 Movie Nite: The Burbs

Atlas9 Movie Nite: The Burbs in Kansas City

Wed, Sep 2

Undertale Live - The Determination Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre

Undertale Live symphony at Kauffman Center—music for video-game fans.

Wed, Sep 2

Summer Sizzle Series Race 3

Summer Sizzle Series race event at Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Wed, Sep 2

Wu-Tang Clan and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony

Wu-Tang Clan & Bone Thugs-n-Harmony at Morton Amphitheater.

Wed, Sep 2 +1 dates

Rock Island Live Music

Free weekly live music featuring local Kansas City artists on Rock Island Bridge.

Wed, Sep 2

Art on the Block

Back-to-school celebration with live music and free refreshments at Kansas City Kansas Community College.

Thu, Sep 3

Ranch Mart Concert in The Yard Featuring Found a Job: A Tribute to Talking Heads

Tribute band concert at Ranch Mart in Leawood.

Thu, Sep 3

Minds in Motion Tour: Faraway Places and Home Spaces

Free guided museum tour exploring art about faraway places and home spaces.

Thu, Sep 3 +1 dates

Fall Homeschool Days

Hands-on homeschool program exploring 1860s farm life at Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm.

Thu, Sep 3

Bike Night @ Worth HD ft. The Harvey Brothers Band

Bike Night with live band at Worth Harley-Davidson.

Thu, Sep 3

Edith Marquez

Edith Marquez concert performance.

Fri, Sep 4 +3 dates

Kansas City Monarchs vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes

Monarchs game with thrilling pregame skydivers—exciting spectacle for all ages.

Fri, Sep 4

Kansas City Irish Fest

Celebrate Irish heritage with live music, dancing, and festive food.

Fri, Sep 4

Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship 2026 OTS Celebration Event

Yu-Gi-Oh! trading-card event — collectible-game fans compete and celebrate.

Fri, Sep 4

Kids In Charge Weekend

Kids In Charge festival — hands-on activities and entertainment for children.

Fri, Sep 4

KCMOves Festival

Community festival celebrating Kansas City culture and local arts.

Fri, Sep 4

Two-Lane Highway and Steve Palmer

Live music at SantaCaliGon Days Festival — family festival with entertainment.

Fri, Sep 4

LIU Sharks vs Kansas Jayhawks

College football game — family-friendly spectator sports experience.

Fri, Sep 4 +3 dates

GloWild

Nighttime zoo spectacular with glowing lights and holiday magic at Kansas City Zoo.

Fri, Sep 4

Fun Fridays

Free pop-up surprise activities at Wonderscope Children's Museum keep every Friday fresh and exciting.

Fri, Sep 4 +2 dates

Toronto Blue Jays vs Kansas City Royals

Major-league baseball at Kauffman Stadium — classic family day out.

Fri, Sep 4

First Friday Cross- Threaded Group Show and The Annual Sketchbook Project

First Friday art show and sketchbook project exhibition — creative open-studio fun.

Fri, Sep 4

Sporting Kansas City II vs. St. Louis City SC 2

Second-division soccer match — accessible spectator sports experience.

Sat, Sep 5

Hidden Treasures

Guided tour of the Nelson-Atkins' art reference library—discover special collections with family.

Sat, Sep 5 +4 dates

Cottonwood Tales

Monthly storytelling adventure at Overland Park Arboretum with O.P. the Bookworm and friends.

Sat, Sep 5

Alpaca Brunch

Meet and mingle with friendly alpacas over brunch at Colonial Gardens in Blue Springs.

Sat, Sep 5

KC Timber Challenge (The OG) 5K Obstacle Course

KC Timber Challenge (The OG) 5K Obstacle Course at ZIP KC

Sat, Sep 5 +6 dates

Mother Nature Reads

Nature storytelling at Lakeside Nature Center in Kansas City.

Sat, Sep 5

St. Louis City 2 vs Sporting Kansas City II

Minor-league soccer match at Swope Soccer Village for families.

Sat, Sep 5

Art As Therapy Lecture - KCMOves Festival

Art therapy lecture as part of KCMOves Festival at UMKC performing arts center.

Sat, Sep 5

Photographs for Hope

Community art and photography festival in Liberty celebrating hope and creative expression.

Sat, Sep 5

Kansas City Music & Arts Festivals

Multi-genre music and arts festivals in Shawnee with performances and creative activities.

Sun, Sep 6

Fabulous Fall Market

Browse vendors & crafts at the Fabulous Fall Market.

Sun, Sep 6

Arena Rock Giants @ Santa-Cali-Gon

Live rock music at the Santa-Cali-Gon festival in Independence.

Sun, Sep 6

Day in the Life: Gas Warfare

Living history program where volunteers discuss WWI gas warfare, with real gas masks to examine.

Sun, Sep 6

Moving Sounds: A Collaboration of Music & Dance Lecture - KCMOves Festival

Music & dance lecture at UMKC's KCMOves Festival.

Mon, Sep 7

Kansas City Dairy Queen Giveback Fundraiser

Support a cause at the Dairy Queen Giveback Fundraiser.

Mon, Sep 7

Labor Day Luau Barrel Race

Barrel racing & luau fun at the Labor Day festival in Tonganoxie.

Mon, Sep 7 +2 dates

Arizona Diamondbacks vs Kansas City Royals

Mon, Sep 7

Expressing Faith with Art

Express your faith through art in this community event.

Mon, Sep 7

4th Annual Taste of Kansas City

Sample local food & flavors at Kansas City's annual Taste fest.

Tue, Sep 8

Wichita State Shockers vs Kansas Jayhawks Womens Volleyball

Wichita State Shockers women's volleyball takes on Kansas Jayhawks.

Tue, Sep 8

The Rush Tribute Project at Uptown Theater

The Rush Tribute Project rocks the Uptown Theater—live tribute band for rock fans.

Tue, Sep 8

Disney’s Newsies the Broadway Musical

Disney's Newsies the Broadway Musical at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City.

Tue, Sep 8 +5 dates

Starlight's Production of Disney's Newsies

Disney's Newsies at Kansas City Starlight Theatre—a rousing musical about newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York.

Wed, Sep 9 +4 dates

Disney's Newsies

Disney's Newsies at Kansas City Starlight Theatre

Wed, Sep 9

Summer Sizzle Series Race 4

Summer Sizzle Series Race 4 at Douglas County Fairgrounds—family racing event.

Wed, Sep 9

FREE Concert in The Garden: Mark Marek, Wednesday, Sept 9 at 6:00 PM

Free concert in the garden featuring Mark Marek—outdoor music for all ages in Blue Springs.

Wed, Sep 9

Kansas City Symphony Presents Prometheus

Kansas City Symphony performs Prometheus at Helzberg Hall.

Wed, Sep 9

Tower After Hours

Climb the Liberty Memorial Tower at night for sweeping Kansas City skyline views.

Wed, Sep 9

Happy Helpers Club Meeting

Happy Helpers Club Meeting—community service group for young volunteers in Tonganoxie.

Wed, Sep 9

Judy Collins and Bruce Cockburn

Judy Collins and Bruce Cockburn perform at Liberty Hall—folk icons in concert.

Wed, Sep 9

Dream Factory Bike Night

Dream Factory Bike Night—family-friendly biking event in Overland Park.

Thu, Sep 10

Mini Trees

Mini Trees event in Kansas City.

Thu, Sep 10

Vibrant Vegan Fest

Vibrant Vegan Fest in Excelsior Springs celebrates plant-based food.

Thu, Sep 10

SEASONS

Seasonal festival in Lenexa with family-friendly activities.

Fri, Sep 11

Season Championship Night

Season Championship Night at Lakeside Speedway

Fri, Sep 11

Strawberry Hill Museum Behind the Scenes

Behind-the-scenes tour of Strawberry Hill Museum & Cultural Center's historic mansion and collections.

Fri, Sep 11 +3 dates

Girl Scout Night at the Zoo

Girl Scout special evening at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium with badge-earning activities.

Fri, Sep 11

Community Blood Center Blood Drive

Community Blood Center Blood Drive at National WWI Museum and Memorial

Sat, Sep 12

Garden Work Day

Volunteer garden work day at Lakeside Nature Center in Kansas City.

Sat, Sep 12

Girl Scout Day

Girl Scout Day at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium—explore animals with your troop.

Sat, Sep 12

Central Avenue Dotteversity Parade!

The 43rd annual parade celebrating Wyandotte ethnic diversity—music, floats, and community.

Sat, Sep 12

Celebrating Scouts

Scout-focused celebration and gathering at Lakeside Nature Center.

Sat, Sep 12

Pop-Up Yoga with Ture Love Yoga

Pop-Up Yoga with Ture Love Yoga at The Museum of Kansas City

Sat, Sep 12

Sporting KC vs. LAFC

Professional soccer: Sporting KC vs. LAFC at home on September 12.

Sat, Sep 12

Low Sensory Morning

Sensory-friendly museum morning for visitors with sensory sensitivities—calm, welcoming exploration.

Sun, Sep 13

Tour of The Quindaro Ruins

Explore the historic Quindaro Ruins and learn Underground Railroad freedom stories.

Sun, Sep 13

Kansas City Symphony Presents Out of This World

Kansas City Symphony's space-themed family concert at Helzberg Hall.

Sun, Sep 13

Jazz in the Roses

Live jazz performances in a garden setting—a relaxed, family-friendly evening.

Mon, Sep 14

Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs

Broncos vs. Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium—catch pro football in Kansas City.

Mon, Sep 14 +2 dates

Tales & Tots

Tales & Tots in Liberty—free stories for toddlers.

Tue, Sep 15

Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms

Classic rock acts Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms at the Starlight Theatre.

Wed, Sep 16

Atlas9 Movie Nite: Ferngully: The Last Rainforest

Family-friendly outdoor movie night showing FernGully: The Last Rainforest at Atlas9.

Thu, Sep 17

Wine & Roses 2026

Wine & Roses celebration in Kansas City Parks—a seasonal garden festival.

Thu, Sep 17

Charley Crockett – Age of the Ram Tour

Country artist Charley Crockett at Starlight Theatre—live music performance.

Fri, Sep 18

Third Friday Art Walk You Are Here Block Party

Monthly art walk and block party—local art, vendors, and family-friendly fun.

Fri, Sep 18

Jerry Seinfeld

Comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld at Starlight Theatre—live stand-up.

Fri, Sep 18

Heartland Modified Tour

Heartland Modified Tour at Lakeside Speedway

Sat, Sep 19

Family Fun Day

Free family fun day with activities at Macken Park.

Sat, Sep 19

Sporting KC vs. Philadelphia

Professional soccer: Sporting KC vs. Philadelphia at home on September 19.

Sat, Sep 19

HALLMARKET: A HALLMARK ART FESTIVAL

Hallmark-themed art festival with crafts and vendors at Crown Center Square.

Sat, Sep 19

Zoo Run for the Hornbills!

Run or walk to support hornbill conservation at Kansas City Zoo—fun for all fitness levels.

Sat, Sep 19

Lyric Opera of Kansas City Presents La bohème

Lyric Opera of Kansas City production of La bohème.

Sat, Sep 19

Wilma’s Birthday Party

Animal birthday celebration at Lakeside Nature Center—a fun party experience.

Sun, Sep 20

Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs

Watch the Indianapolis Colts play the Kansas City Chiefs.

Sun, Sep 20

Scarritt Fall Celebration

Free fall celebration at The Museum of Kansas City for families and neighbors.

Thu, Sep 24

Foster The People: Good Mourning Sunshine Tour

Indie rock band Foster the People at Starlight Theatre—live concert.

Fri, Sep 25

Terror On The Plains at Boulevard Drive in Theatre

Outdoor horror film festival at a classic drive-in—fun Halloween-season entertainment for older kids.

Fri, Sep 25

NASCAR Race Weekend at Kansas Speedway

High-speed NASCAR racing action at Kansas Speedway—thrilling for the whole family.

Sat, Sep 26

Midwest Pioneer Day of 1886

Step back to 1886 and experience frontier life at a living history museum.

Sat, Sep 26

MTC Kids Jam – Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights

Free kids music jam with Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights at Midwest Trust Center.

Sat, Sep 26

Build your own Mooncake

Create your own mooncakes in this hands-on craft workshop at the museum.

Sat, Sep 26

Chinese Harvest Celebration

Cultural celebration of the Chinese harvest with family-friendly programming and festivities.

Sun, Sep 27

Educator Professional Development: Freedom and WWI

Educator Professional Development: Freedom and WWI at National WWI Museum and Memorial

Sun, Sep 27

Last Sunday of the month soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ Thundercutz

Last Sunday of the month soft clubbing at Elixir with DJ Thundercutz at Elixir Soda Fountain Café, The Museum of Kansas City, 3218 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri

Wed, Sep 30

Atlas9 Movie Nite: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on the big screen with pizza at Atlas9—a fun family movie night.

Wed, Sep 30

TLC & Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue – IT’S ICONIC Tour

90s icon concert with TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue at Starlight Theatre.

Thu, Oct 1

Minds in Motion: Native American Dance and Culture

Watch Native American dancers and learn about traditions at the Nelson-Atkins.

Fri, Oct 2

Beetlejuice

Tim Burton's spooky comedy musical comes to life at Starlight Theatre.

Fri, Oct 2

KC Oktoberfest

Two-day Bavarian-themed fall festival with family food, music, and cultural celebration.

Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice at Kansas City Starlight Theatre

Sat, Oct 3

Silver City Day Parade & Festival 2026

Silver City Day Parade & Festival at Emerson Park—community celebration with parade and family fun.

Sun, Oct 4

Day in the Life: Western Front

Living history program exploring WWI experiences on the Western Front.

Mon, Oct 5

Homeschool Days

Homeschooled students dive into educational activities and animal exploration at the zoo.

Tue, Oct 6

Kauffman Center Presents My Hero Academia In Concert

My Hero Academia In Concert at Kauffman Center—anime fans celebrate beloved series live.

Wed, Oct 7 +3 dates

What if Puppets presents ‘How to Snag a Sea Monster’

What if Puppets presents 'How to Snag a Sea Monster'—charming puppet show for young audiences.

Thu, Oct 8

GloWild at the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium VI

Glowing nighttime zoo experience with holiday-themed decorations and animals.

Fri, Oct 9

Kansas City Symphony Presents The Planets

Orchestral classic performed by Kansas City Symphony at Helzberg Hall.

Sat, Oct 10

Breakthrough T1D Walk, Kansas City

Free family-friendly walk supporting Type 1 diabetes awareness at CPKC Stadium.

Sat, Oct 10

Heartland Book Fest

Book-themed festival in Kansas City celebrating literature for all ages.

Sat, Oct 10

Howl-o-ween

Halloween celebration at a dog park—costumes, festive fun, and furry friends.

Sat, Oct 10

2nd Annual Monster Market Bash

Shop local vendors and crafts at the Monster Market Bash in Merriam.

Sat, Oct 10

Sporting KC vs. Portland

Professional soccer at Sporting Kansas City—October 10 match against Portland.

Sun, Oct 11

Fall Fest at Zona Rosa

Fall festival at Zona Rosa shopping center.

Sun, Oct 11

Kauffman Center Presents An Evening with Celtic Thunder 2026: Celebrate Your Favorite Songs

Celtic Thunder brings Celtic music and dance to Kauffman Center—family-friendly concert.